Work Ability Support Services are intended for unemployed Helsinki residents aged 18-63 and for recipients of basic social assistance whose illness, defect or disability may hinder progress towards employment or education. Once we have received a referral, we will assess your work ability and functional capacity. You will be supported by social workers, work ability coordinators and public health ...
Customers between the ages 18 to 63 years, who are referred to the service and whose work abilities, functional abilities and possibilities for receiving a pension need to be assessed.
The service is intended for residents of Helsinki.
In the service counselling for the unemployed, counsellors provide guidance on matters related to health and social services. These include issues related to the person’s health, work ability and rehabilitation. The counsellors explain what services are available, how they can be applied for, and what preconditions there are for accessing them. If necessary, they can also provide guidance in applying for and combining financial aids.
The counsellors do not make any service-related decisions. Employment services is responsible for providing advice on job-seeking and training. The service counselling for the unemployed is intended for unemployed people and those threatened by unemployment.